The Synapse NYC

The Synapse NYC

The brain is nuanced and complex - we’re inviting you on this journey to explore it with us. At The Synapse NYC, we host experts in neuroscience to talk about topics like AI, art, drugs, consciousness (and more!). Warning: Contents may be philosophical. Have you ever wondered why we dream? Why we crave love? Is AI going to take over? In this podcast we dive into these questions, and come up with new ones, too. Join us as we learn about the intricacies of the brain, its fascinating potential, and explore all that it does. Created by Liri Haram, Mahima Golani, Noam Ekhaus, & Sarah Bennett.

Episodes

  1. Episode 2: Intro to the Brain

    19/07/2023

    Episode 2: Intro to the Brain

    In our second episode we take a journey into the brain, and talk about the fascinating ways it is constantly interacting with the body. Liri Haram is in conversation with Dr. Anlys Olivera - dedicated researcher, neurology and psychiatry resident, and beloved professor at Teachers College, Columbia University.  We know that the brain is an incredibly complex organ that controls and produces our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. But how does it work? And what is it made of?  In this Introduction to the Brain, we focus on the central nervous system, with a particular focus on the brain itself. We start by navigating through different types of brain cells, how neurons communicate with each other, the crucial role of the brain’s protective barrier, and how the brain and body are always in communication. To top it all off, we discuss how biology and neuroscience underlie our daily lives and share some tips for managing the stress that so many of us are holding.  Dr. Anlys Olivera graduated from Emory University with a PhD in Neuroscience. Her graduate research focused on the interactions between the immune system and the brain and the development of novel antidepressants. She completed a medical degree at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and is currently completing her residency in the Combined Neurology and Psychiatry program at NYU Langone Medical Center. She is brilliant. We know. The Synapse was founded by Mahima Golani, Noam Ekhaus, Sarah Bennett & Liri Haram from the Neuroscience & Education master’s program at Teachers College, Columbia University. We hope you enjoy!  Links & resources // VIDEO: Crash Course: The Nervous System, Part 1 VIDEO: Crash Course: The Nervous System, Part 2 VIDEO: 2-Minute Neuroscience: The Neuron VIDEO: 2-Minute Neuroscience: Synaptic Transmission BOOK: The Brain that Changes Itself by Norman Doidge, M.D. BOOK: Neuroplasticity by Moheb Costandi BOOK: Neuroanatomy Through Clinical by Cases Hal Blumenfeld Thank yous & credits //  Interview by Liri Haram Audio Editing by Mahima Golani Cover Art by Noam Ekhaus with image by the Beckmann Institute  Production by Mahima Golani, Sarah Bennett, Noam Ekhaus and Liri Haram Technical support provided by the Digital Futures Institute at Teachers College, Columbia University with audio engineering from Mara Danoff, and additional support from Moira Mccavana and Billy Collins  Supported by The Neuroscience and Education Program at Teachers College, Columbia University Special thanks to ⁠Basman Tenenbaum Design Studio ⁠ If you have any questions, comments, or want to learn more, reach out to us on Instagram @the.synapse.nyc

    53 min

  2. 13/03/2023

    Episode 1: Intro to Neuroscience

    In this episode, we talk about what neuroscience is, and also, what it isn't. Mahima Golani is in conversation with Dr. Karen Froud, Director of the Neuroscience & Education program at Teachers College, Columbia University. In this Introduction to Neuroscience, we address the relationship between structure and function in the brain, fascinating concepts like neuroplasticity and consciousness, and what in the world bumblebees have to do with neuroscience. We learn why the phrase “neurons that fire together wire together” is so important to our learning and growth. And by the end of this episode, we’re going to know what a synapse actually is. The Synapse was founded by Liri Haram, Mahima Golani, Noam Ekhaus, & Sarah Bennett from the Neuroscience & Education master’s program at Teachers College, Columbia University. Dr. Karen Froud is an Associate Professor and Program Director for Neuroscience and Education at Teachers College, Columbia University. Dr. Froud has been in academia for almost a quarter century, so she has seen a lot of changes with respect to our fast-moving discipline of neuroscience. She originally worked as a speech-language pathologist, before obtaining her master’s degree and PhD in theoretical linguistics at University College London. Dr. Froud first became significantly involved in neuroscience as a postdoc at Birkbeck College in London, and went on to work at MIT in the departments of Linguistics and Brain Sciences, working on the Mind Articulation Project. At Teachers College, Dr. Froud is the director of the Neurocognition of Language lab, where she and her team conduct brain imaging studies of aspects of language and cognition across the lifespan. She emphasizes the importance of research for influencing educational and clinical policies and applications, and to support access for all to effective engagement in communication, language, and learning. We know. She’s pretty cool. Links & resources // 3D Brain anatomy visualizer VIDEO: Neuroscientifically Challenged: Neuroimaging VIDEO: Neuroscientifically Challenged: Lobes and Landmarks of the Brain VIDEO: Crash Course: The Nervous System, Part 1 BOOK: The Brain that Changes Itself by Norman Doidge, M.D. BOOK: Neuroplasticity by Moheb Costandi BOOK: Neuroanatomy Through Clinical by Cases Hal Blumenfeld Thank yous & credits // Interview by Mahima Golani Audio Editing by Noam Ekhaus Cover Art by Noam Ekhaus with image by Santiago Ramón y Cajal Production by Liri Haram, Mahima Golani, Sarah Bennett and Noam Ekhaus Technical support provided by the Digital Futures Institute at Teachers College, Columbia University with audio engineering from Mara Danoff, and additional support from Moira Mccavana and Billy Collins Additional recording equipment provided by the Instructional Media and Technology Services at Barnard College Special thanks to Basman Tenenbaum Design Studio Supported by The Neuroscience and Education Program at Teachers College, Columbia University If you have any questions, comments, or want to learn more, reach out to us on Instagram @the.synapse.nyc

    48 min
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The brain is nuanced and complex - we’re inviting you on this journey to explore it with us. At The Synapse NYC, we host experts in neuroscience to talk about topics like AI, art, drugs, consciousness (and more!). Warning: Contents may be philosophical. Have you ever wondered why we dream? Why we crave love? Is AI going to take over? In this podcast we dive into these questions, and come up with new ones, too. Join us as we learn about the intricacies of the brain, its fascinating potential, and explore all that it does. Created by Liri Haram, Mahima Golani, Noam Ekhaus, & Sarah Bennett.

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